8/10 Good
Anne L.
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Anne L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Apartment
Jungle Bamboo Room: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed & Breakfast
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Keaau, HI
- University of Hawaii at Hilo29 min drive
- Port of Hilo31 min drive
- Carlsmith Beach Park36 min drive
- Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
About this property
Jungle Bamboo Room: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed & Breakfast
Studio with bamboo accents, pool and breakfast included
Enjoy a touch of the exotic in our bamboo accented room located on the lower level and which features its own entrance and a private bath with river rock flooring and walk in shower. There is a sitting area, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, picnic basket, cable TV and DVD player also included. This room features a queen sized bed. Kitchen in main house is not shared.
Enjoy a touch of the exotic in our bamboo accented room located on the lower level and which features its own entrance and a private bath with river rock flooring and walk in shower. There is a sitting area, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, picnic basket, cable TV and DVD player also included. This room features a queen sized bed. Kitchen in main house is not shared.
Property manager
Erich Zipse and Suzy Chaffee
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Amenities
Pool
Breakfast included
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
We may have other rooms available
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
We are a no smoking property.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We may have other rooms available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number TA-081-449-6256-01, GE-081-449-6256-01
About the area
Keaau
Located in Keaau, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Port of Hilo and Hilo Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kilauea Caverns of Fire and Ha'ena Beach. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Keaau, HI
What's nearby
- University of Hawaii at Hilo - 29 min drive - 26.6 km
- Ha'ena Beach - 31 min drive - 22.4 km
- Port of Hilo - 31 min drive - 29.1 km
- Carlsmith Beach Park - 36 min drive - 31.8 km
- Richardson's Ocean Park - 42 min drive - 33.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kaleo's Bar and Grill - 12 min drive
- McDonald's - 19 min drive
- The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - 19 min drive
- Lemongrass Restaurant - 19 min drive
- Blane's Drive Inn - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Marsha T.
24 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location!!!
Marsha T.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bodo D.
22 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kleines Paradies auf Big Island Nähe Hilo
Bodo D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Erich Zipse and Suzy Chaffee
Suzy is a retired teachers aid who spent many years supporting kids K though 3rd grade. She spends her time exploring the Islands, snorkeling and enjoying the islands rain forests. She is well known for her wonderful breakfasts at the B&B. Erich is a retired real estate investor who specialized in rehabilitating commercial property. He spends his time maintaining the B&B, SCUBA diving, bike riding and reading.
Slash, the B&B tuxedo cat, is the official greeter cat and butler. He loves greeting our guests and welcoming them to our rain forest home and watching the waves break from the lanai.
Slash, the B&B tuxedo cat, is the official greeter cat and butler. He loves greeting our guests and welcoming them to our rain forest home and watching the waves break from the lanai.
Why they chose this property
The minute we saw Ala Kai B&B we knew it was our dream home. It is located in an amazing rain forest with tropical gardens across from the street from the ocean. The main home has a wrap around lanai (porch) that is ideal for social gatherings where we can watch whales, dolphins and turtles. The Ohana Cottage is quiet, private and located in a manicured garden.
What makes this property unique
Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast offers a unique experience on the rugged Puna Coast in one of the best neighborhoods in East Hawaii. Hike Kaloli Point, stunning Shipment Beach, lava fields. Visit the amazing Red Road and warm pools and black Sand Beaches. Drive Governments Beach Road to see verdant rainforest on the beaches. Dine in quaint Pahoa at Keleao's for excellent food and old Hawaii ambiance. Visit the Volcanoes National Park and fern forests. Hilo has excellent dinning and snorkeling. There is nearby botanical gardens and zoo. Relax by our pool filled with the softest rainwater. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast on the Main House Lanai. We have snorkel gear available.
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